Feta-Parmesan Roasted Stuffed Dates Recipe
These Feta-Parmesan Roasted Stuffed Dates are a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors that make for a perfect appetizer or snack. Medjool dates stuffed with feta cheese, coated in Parmesan, and topped with a walnut-herb mixture, then baked to golden perfection. Drizzled with honey for a finishing touch, these stuffed dates are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Medjool Dates:
10 ounces pitted Medjool dates, sliced open on one side
Honey:
for drizzling
Feta Cheese:
3 ounces feta cheese, sliced into 1-inch pieces
Parmesan Cheese:
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Walnuts:
1/3 cup walnuts, finely chopped
Herb Mixture:
1 tablespoon rosemary, finely chopped
2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (or arugula)
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Topping: Mix walnuts, rosemary, scallions, parsley, olive oil, honey, orange zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Coat the Feta: Dip feta cheese in honey, then coat with Parmesan.
- Stuff the Dates: Fill each date with a piece of coated feta cheese.
- Arrange and Roast: Place dates in a dish, sprinkle with the walnut mixture, and bake for 15 minutes.
- Drizzle and Serve: Drizzle with honey before serving.
Notes
- You can prepare these dates ahead of time and store them in the fridge before baking.
- Try swapping rosemary for thyme or basil for a different flavor profile.
- For a tangy twist, drizzle with balsamic glaze instead of honey.
- Arugula can be used in place of parsley for a peppery taste.
- These stuffed dates make a perfect appetizer for gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed date
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
